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Savarkar remark: Supreme Court quashes case against Rahul Gandhi

‘Pretty soon’: Trump vows to claim Hormuz as US territory; Iran hits back

Ryanair Co-Founder's Kentucky Horse Farm Heads to Auction at $57.5M

Castleton Farm in Kentucky, purchased by Ryanair co-founder Tony Ryan for $14 million in 2001, is now being sold by his family for $57.5 million. The sprawling 951-acre estate features a 13,500-square-foot Greek Revival mansion, 16 barns, 268 stalls, 10 homes, and several historic landmarks. The property has a storied equestrian heritage, having once housed celebrated racehorses. The estate is scheduled to go under the hammer on October 28.

Sukhbir Badal attack accused sent to police custody until August 24

Jaspal Singh, a 62-year-old man accused of attacking Shiromani Akali Dal chief Sukhbir Singh Badal, has been remanded to police custody. The Mudkhed Court in Nanded issued the order on Friday. Singh is accused of attacking Badal, who also served as former Deputy Chief Minister of Punjab. He will remain in police custody until August 24.

Massachusetts couple loses new home just a month after moving in for bridge project

A couple in Massachusetts had their newly built home seized by state authorities just one month after moving in. The government invoked eminent domain to acquire the property as part of a plan to replace the Sagamore Bridge. A total of thirteen properties in the Round Hill area are affected by this decision. The seizure has upended the couple's retirement plans and left their financial future uncertain.

Trump Claims He Will Soon Declare Strait of Hormuz US Territory

President Donald Trump announced on Friday that he intends to declare the Strait of Hormuz as part of US territory. The statement was made in the context of Trump suggesting a defeat of Iran. The Strait of Hormuz is a critical global waterway connecting the Persian Gulf to the Arabian Sea. Trump did not provide a specific timeline or legal basis for such a declaration.

Be mindful of strong India-Italy ties, says MEA after Rahul's jibe at Modi & Meloni

Jason Arday, ex-Cambridge professor at centre of plagiarism row, found dead

Former Cambridge Professor Jason Arday Found Dead at Home in UK

Jason Arday, a Black British academic and former Cambridge University professor, was found dead at his home on Friday, according to UK media reports. Arday had recently resigned from Cambridge earlier this month following a high-profile plagiarism controversy. The scandal also involved allegations of racism, adding significant public attention to the case. His death comes shortly after his departure from one of the UK's most prestigious universities.

Welsh teen's donated heart and lungs save two lives one year later

A Welsh teenager named Menna Owen became an organ donor, and her donated heart and lungs went on to save two lives within a year. Her case has emerged as a powerful example amid growing concerns over organ donation in the UK. Family consent rates for organ donation have been declining, leading to a record number of patients on transplant waiting lists. In response, NHS Blood and Transplant has launched a campaign to encourage more people to register as donors. Owen's story highlights how clearly documented donation wishes can bring comfort to families and directly save lives.

Public exams to become more transparent, secure and trustworthy: President Murmu

‘First Islamic republic with nuclear weapons’: Netanyahu’s sharp rebuke of UK

CAG: Green India Mission Achieved Only 2% of Forest Cover Target in 9 Years

India's Green India Mission fell drastically short of its afforestation goals, according to a new report by the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG). Between 2015-16 and 2024-25, forest cover increased by just 0.03 million hectares against a target of 1.4 million hectares. This represents a shortfall of approximately 97.57 percent from the intended goal. The CAG report highlights a significant gap between the mission's ambitions and its on-ground outcomes over nearly a decade.

Better.com CEO Vishal Garg ousted by board over poor decisions and financial losses

Better Home & Finance Holding has removed CEO Vishal Garg from his position following concerns over his judgment and credibility. The company's board cited significant financial losses and a declining stock price during his leadership as key reasons for the dismissal. The move is expected to deepen existing disputes over board composition and corporate control at the firm. Garg had previously drawn widespread criticism in 2021 for abruptly laying off 900 employees during a Zoom call.

UP: Man killed by wife, daughter over inter-caste relationship dispute

Karnataka BJP MLA's daughter accused of slapping woman SI at Mandya temple

A BJP MLA's daughter in Karnataka has been accused of slapping a woman sub-inspector at a temple in Mandya district. The alleged incident has sparked controversy involving a sitting legislator's family member and a police official. Authorities have initiated a probe into the matter following the complaint. The incident highlights tensions between political figures and law enforcement personnel in the region.

EU funds urgent drive to wipe out self-cloning marbled crayfish in Europe

European conservationists are mounting a campaign to eliminate newly discovered populations of marbled crayfish across the continent. The effort is backed by European Union funding and targets the invasive species with swift, coordinated action. Marbled crayfish are considered a serious threat due to their ability to reproduce rapidly without a mate and the deadly diseases they carry. The initiative aims to protect native ecosystems and limit both environmental and economic damage caused by the invasive species.

Man Arrested for Threatening to Kill Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren in Ranchi

A man was arrested on Friday in Ranchi, Jharkhand, for allegedly threatening to kill Chief Minister Hemant Soren. The threat was made during protests being held over alleged irregularities in recruitment examinations. Police confirmed the arrest following the incident. The protests were centred around concerns of misconduct in the state's hiring processes.

CJI, Nalsar students have one query for BCI: ‘Who are you?’

India's 2027 Census to Gather Mobile, Aadhaar and Bank Account Data

India's upcoming 2027 Census will for the first time collect personal digital and financial details from respondents, including mobile numbers, Aadhaar numbers, and bank account information. This marks a significant departure from all previous Census exercises conducted between 1872 and 2011. Historical questionnaires available on the Census Department's official website confirm that no such data was sought in any prior enumeration. The inclusion of these details reflects the government's push to link demographic data with digital and financial identity records.